If you are a professional in Software Supply Chain Security or Cyber Security looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an opportunity for you! In our Shakopee MN facility or in our Boulder CO, facility, we are hiring for the role of Software Supply Chain Security Manager. This role is vital to ensure that the software components used across Emerson's products meet the highest standards of security, compliance, and integrity. You will lead technical and strategic engagement with software suppliers, service providers, and open-source communities to proactively manage risks and drive supply chain transparency throughout the product lifecycle. In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
Vendor and Third-Party Software Oversight
Lead supplier reviews to improve service levels, costs, and program support.
Manage and update supplier scorecards and eliminate underperforming suppliers. Develop a framework for assessing and monitoring vendors for security and compliance, collaborating across Procurement, Legal, and Engineering to set security requirements.
Ensure adherence to secure practices and define risk management KPIs.
Design for Supply Chain:
Engage in software sourcing reviews and new product development, supporting design changes and implementation
Software Supply Chain Security
Assess risks from open-source and commercial software, oversee approval processes using a centralized analysis system, and support vulnerability management for supply chain threats.
SBOM Management and Transparency
Guide vendors in providing compliant SBOMs, collaborate on tools to verify this data, and ensure compliance with regulations like the EU Cyber Resilience Act.
Compliance and Assurance
Lead efforts to ensure adherence to global standards, conduct audits, and build an Emerson supplier assurance program incorporating security controls.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Act as an expert in vendor risk management, supporting various departments, and advising on secure software integration and management.
Who You Are:
You readily action new challenges, without unnecessary planning. You provide timely and helpful information to individuals across the organization. You show a clear connection between people's motivators and organizational goals. You deal constructively with problems that do not have clear solutions or outcomes. You identify and create the necessary processes to get work done.
For This Role, You Will Need:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline
Minimum of 4+ years' experience in software supply chain, product cybersecurity, or third-party risk management
Strong skills in communication, negotiation, and collaboration, with experience managing vendor relationships and familiarity with SCA tools and SBOM standards
Ability to travel up to 20%
Legal authorization to work in the United States
Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
Experience in industrial automation, medical devices, or embedded product sectors.
Oracle ERP/MRP knowledge.
Proven ability to influence others as needed when resources are at a premium to complete required tasks.
Hands-on knowledge of software provenance, artifact signing, or SLSA levels
Familiarity with regulatory frameworks including EU CRA, U.S. EO 14028, and IEC 62443.
Working knowledge of DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipeline integration.
Professional certification (C.P.M. or APICS) or equivalent strongly desired.
Our Culture & Commitment to You:
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives-because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate, and reward performance during our annual merit review process. The salary range for this role is $105,000-150,000, annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role.
This position will be open for a minimum of 7 days from the day of posting. Applicants are encouraged to apply early to receive optimal consideration. In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
WHY EMERSON
Our Commitment to Our People
At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.
We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world's most complex problems - for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You'll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.
At Emerson, you'll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let's go. Let's think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let's go, together.
Work Authorization
Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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ABOUT EMERSON
Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.
With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.
We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you're an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you'll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team - let's go!
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Requisition ID : 25023822
Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
